Serge Noire
Serge LutensEau de Parfum2008
Side by side
Serge Noire vs. Mutamayez
Is Serge Noire better than Mutamayez?
Mutamayez wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Occasion overlap
AmberSpicy Notes
warm spicyamberwoody
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Serge Noire and Mutamayez?
| Serge Noire | Mutamayez | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2008 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Male |
| Perfumer | Serge Lutens, Christopher Sheldrake | — |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Serge Noire and Mutamayez smell?
Serge Noire
Warm Spicy
Amber
Woody
Smoky
Balsamic
Mutamayez
Woody
Warm Spicy
Aromatic
Oud
Citrus
Amber
Musky
Powdery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Serge Noire and Mutamayez share?
Top
CloveIncenseSpicy NotesCharred Wood
Cypress
Heart
CinnamonWoody Notes
AmberSpicy NotesVetiver
Base
AmberPatchouliEbony WoodSmokeResinous Notes
Cashmere WoodVanillaOud
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Serge Noire or Mutamayez?
| Serge Noire | Mutamayez | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Serge Noire and Mutamayez?
Serge Noire doesn't hedge. No polite opening, no tentative drydown. Just smoke, spice, and the kind of warmth earned by standing still long enough to let it find you. Serious about itself.Serge Noire
Mutamayez translates to 'something special.' That's not marketing language, it's a warning. The oud-vetiver combo is bold, the clove and cardamom don't apologize.Mutamayez
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